FAQ’s
What is Trek?
Trek is a special Ward Youth Camp where participants experience a 4-day reenactment of a pioneer handcart trek. All Canyon Ward Youth will be encouraged to participate in pre-trek activities regardless of their intent to attend trek.
What is the purpose of Trek?
The emphasis of Trek 2024 will be building and strengthening testimonies of Jesus Christ. Trek will help us appreciate the faith, obedience, perseverance, and sacrifice of early faithful pioneers. We will learn from the past to gain strength and courage for the future.
When will trek be held?
Trek will be held on June 26-29, 2024.
What Pre-Trek and Post-Trek events are being planned?
Events will launch in January and be listed on the Pre-Trek Activities page.
Where is the trek being held?
Trek will be held at sacred, even hallowed, Wyoming handcart pioneer sites including Sixth Crossing, Martins Cove, and Rock Creek Hollow.
Who can participate in trek?
Trek is typically for youth 14 and above, but the Providence Canyon ward has made the exception to take all youth who will be turning 12 in 2024 up to those graduating from high school. We will be encouraging all 2024 graduating seniors to attend as well. It is for all youth living within the Providence Canyon Ward boundaries whether they are members of the church or not.
Can the youth bring friends on the trek?
Unfortunately not. We love it when friends join us for all activities, but this activity is a little different. Due to costs and very limited space, we must limit this activity to only youth within our ward boundaries.
Can any adult in the ward go on trek who wants to go?
Pioneer Treks are activities designed for the youth. There are a limited number of individuals that can go on the Trek due to limited capacity. For this reason, only the adult leaders who have received a specific assignment or invitation for Trek will be going.
What is the registration deadline?
The deadline for trek registration is Sunday, May 5th. To register for trek please submit the required paperwork to Taryn Nicholes. Paperwork will be provided.
How will we get to and from the trek location?
The Providence Canyon Ward Trek committee will arrange to transport the trekkers to and from the trek location likely in personal vehicles of Ma’s and Pa’s and the Trek Committee.
How far will we be walking each day?
Trek participants will be trekking and pulling a handcart about 6 miles two days in a row and camping at the same campground near Sixth Crossing each night.
Can I attend only part of Pioneer Trek, or leave and come back, if necessary?
The remote location, full agenda, and close “family” relationships of Trek make it necessary for youth to attend the entire event. Exceptions will be extremely limited.
What medical provisions are going to be provided?
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There will be at least one physician on the trek who is dedicated to medical surveillance and treatment. Special needs should be communicated on the medical release form and with Brett Nance at 801-857-8084.
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Anyone taking prescription medication is responsible to bring, store and take them as prescribed. Please notify the medical team if you need assistance.
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Medications such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen, antacids, etc. will be available from the medical team.
Why do we need to fill out and turn in a Registration and Medical Release Form?
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We need to know who is going for accountability purposes and food preparation.
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Medical and appropriate personnel need to be aware of specific medical needs in order to be prepared.
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Medical provisions are limited by the location and logistics of the trek.
What is a “Trek Family”?
Each young man or young woman will be assigned to a Trek Family. The bishop and trek chair will carefully select “Ma’s and Pa’s.” These individuals will lead your family for the duration of the Trek. Other members of your Trek Family will be other young men and young women. There will be 7-8 youth of both genders and a variety of ages in each family.
What will we eat?
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Trek participants will be provided with snacks and three meals each day. We intend to keep everyone well-fed. Daily menus will be made by the trek food committee to provide for appropriate protein and carbohydrates.
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If a trekker has significant food allergies, please let Erica Low, the food committee chair know. We will try to best handle specific allergies with our food committee.
What about bathroom facilities?
Portable bathrooms will be available while trekking and at the campsites.
What are the sleeping accommodations?
Girls will be separate from the boys. Each participant will bring their own sleeping bag, blanket, and pad, tents and tent assignments will be provided by gender and age. Special needs or requests can be communicated in advance to Carrie Kirk 435-757-1444.
Will there be plenty of water?
Each handcart will have sufficient water for drinking and washing hands. There is no water or facilities for washing hair or bathing.
Is dehydration a concern?
Numerous breaks will be taken while trekking to drink water. Drink at least 8 to 10 ounces of water at every break. You will feel stronger and much better.
Why is make-up and perfume not allowed?
Make-up will distract from the trek and trek activities. Perfume and perfumed lotions attract mosquitoes and other insects and attract some animals.
Why are electronic devices not allowed?
This is a tremendous opportunity to get out of the world and worldly influences. This allows for better opportunities to feel the spirit in our lives. It allows for better interaction with family members and other trek participants.
Why should we use glasses instead of contact lenses?
The wind often blows in this region. Dust and debris in the air are common.
Where can I get the pioneer clothing?
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Trek participants are responsible for obtaining their own trek clothing.
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Deseret Industries is a great place to find inexpensive clothing that meets the requirements. Don’t wait until the last day to obtain the clothing.
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Borrow clothing from others who have been on treks.
How much does Trek cost?
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In order to avoid doing a fundraiser, there will be a small fee like we have had for girl’s camp and young men’s camp for the past few years. We anticipate $40, $10 per day, with a maximum cost of $80 per family. The fee should not keep anyone from participating. Families with more than two children going will only need to pay for the first two children.
What will we be doing other than trekking?
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Pioneer storytelling
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Devotionals/Firesides
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Testimony Meeting
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Dancing
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Pioneer games and activities
- Tons of Fun! Laughter! Memory-making and testimony building!